Building Automation Estimator (BAS)

MODERNCONTROLS LLC.•New Castle, DE

36d

About The Position

ModernControls is a rapidly growing company seeks an eager and hard-working professional to join our team as a Building Automation System (BAS) Estimator. As a BAS estimator you will be expected to operate independently, set priorities, and resolve competing needs to provide timely information and solve problems. This position will work closely with our sales team, project management team, engineering team, subcontractors, and suppliers. This position will focus on generating detailed cost estimates, creating bid scopes of work for both plan & spec and design build projects. Estimating tasks include material takeoff, equipment selection, development of cost estimate, development of engineering and field hours, and scope of work. You will read and interpret project plans and specifications and develop a complete estimate. This position combines the application of Controls/HVAC, Electrical/Lighting, Security, technical knowledge with the ability to efficiently develop cost estimates.

Requirements

High School or GED
4-Year degree in mechanical engineering or construction management
Or 2-Year technical degree with work experience in Controls/HVAC 2+ Years
Microsoft Products
OSHA 10 Certified
Valid driver’s license and in good standing
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and balance several projects at a time
Thrive in a team environment
Builds trusting relationships to get work done

Nice To Haves

Understanding of layout, design, fabrication, and installation of Controls/HVAC, Electrical, Security systems
Additional field experience with controls installation and interaction is preferred
Experience in Industrial/Commercial HVAC, Building Automation Systems, Integration, Energy Management, Commissioning is preferred.
Strong ability to review and evaluate prints, drawings, schematics, and written sequences of operation to develop digital takeoffs composed of a point list, controller selection, labor, and materials estimate
Advanced knowledge of computerized estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems essential

Responsibilities

Review and evaluate invitations to bid, plans, and specifications to analyze project needs and understand scope of work, contract drawings and specifications.
Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits, to verify existing conditions that inform your cost estimate for the project.
Provide clear and detailed cost estimates and quantity take offs from controls drawings or points lists.
Create cost estimates consisting of materials, purchased equipment, and labor to assist in bidding or determining the project price for renovations, retrofits, new installation, upgrades, and change orders.
Produce cost estimates for a project based on project plans and discussions with clients and engineers.
Assemble accurate and well-organized cost estimates and provide narratives for in scope items, exclusions, and clarifications for inclusion in proposals.
Stay up to date on product, supply, and subcontractor prices to ensure accurate estimates.
Develop and maintain unit pricing and cost estimating database for material, labor and other costs associated with data for products, vendors, and subcontractors.
Conduct research to determine needs for personnel, materials, and other factors which affect costs.
Formulate cost break downs to include cost associated with material and all labor categories from estimates as well as for cost breakdown for project progress detailing.
Meet with potential clients to discuss options for ongoing proposed services.
Organize vendor and subcontractor quotations, negotiate pricing while ensuring quotes meet contract documents and requirements.
Must have a thorough understanding and ability to read construction documents, including specifications, schematics, change orders, and submittals.
Experience interacting with subcontractors and other vendors to solicit proposals.